This deal leveraged strategic financing, value-add renovations, and market knowledge to deliver a strong return.

Always research local regulations before investing.The Importance of a Local Investment TeamA knowledgeable local team is essential for success.

well I do plan on purchasing a duplex as my first investment and once I complete my Real Estate License during the time of my service I hope to be a lot more knowledgeable and approach SFH's to BRRRR but yes I understand!

You have excellent advice here from some people who didn't just get their knowledge of investing through a low rate, real estate risk off period.

Ultimately, it's all about the right balance—staging should always be tailored to the home and the market it’s in, which is where working with a knowledgeable agent really makes a difference.Would love to hear your thoughts as well!

Happy to connect and knowledge share if you are interested.

Thank you for the absolute TREASURE trove of knowledge and selfless peer education provided on this forum. 

.- Background: Took some real estate classes before but really a lot of self learning on creative financing - Current Goal:To close my first wholesale deal within the next few months by learning from seasoned investors and applying proven strategies.I'm here to absorb as much knowledge as possible, so if you have any tips or resources, I’m all ears!

Find as many investor meetups as you can as the knowledge others have are invaluable when you're first starting out. 

I had zero knowledge when I started, now I'm a full time investor enjoying life, so yes of course I can say it's real :)